Porta Aperta – Cracking the Canadian Job Code

Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre has been an essential part of Vancouver’s cultural landscape for more than four decades. It opened in 1977 when its founding members, 13 existing Italian Associations, came together with the mission statement:“to promote and share Italian culture, values and heritage with all communities.”Whether for our exceptional catering and banqueting facilities, our language classes or our breadth of cultural activities, Il Centro is one of the most cherished event venues in Vancouver and a destination for those who appreciate authentic, cultural activities.Through our collective love of art, food, wine, design, film, music and literature, we proudly share our culture with our community, and welcome all who wish to be part of our vibrant destination in Vancouver.

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A practical introduction to Canada’s Job Market: practical strategies to build your network and strengthen your resume.

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Porta Aperta - Newcomers in Canada

A series of in-person conversations with professionals from different fields, created to support people who have recently arrived in Canada.

Porta Aperta is a series of in-person conversations created by Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre and the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada – West, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver and ITASA UBC, designed to support newcomers navigating life in Canada.These meetings take place on selected Mondays at 6:00 PM at Osteria Al Centro and feature professionals who share practical knowledge on key topics relevant to newly arrived immigrants. This third session, held on April 13, focuses on Cracking the Canadian Job Code by our expert Pierre Bourbonnais, who has extensive experience in HR and management consulting. It will be a 45-minute session designed for skilled immigrants navigating the Canadian job market. The discussion will address key systemic barriers, such as the "Canadian experience" paradox and nuanced cultural expectations in hiring, which often delay career progression.This centres on practical, actionable strategies on the following three topics:<ul><li>Adapting Resumes and Professional Profiles: How to reframe international experience for Canadian employers and ATS systems.</li><li>Mastering the Canadian Cultural Nuances: Techniques for confident self-promotion that align with local cultural norms.</li><li>Strategic Networking: Methods for building a meaningful professional network effectively and authentically.</li></ul> 📅 Date: April 13⏰ Time: 18:00 PM – 20:00 PM📍 Location: Osteria Al Centro – Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre🗣 Language: English🎟 Admission: Free (registration required)

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